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The AutoTrader Podcast

Industry leader AutoTrader has joined forces with pioneering digital content hub CliffCentral to bring you The AutoTrader Podcast – an expert motoring infotainment show. Get behind the wheel with the team for all things motoring, from the more affordable to the most desirable cars, bikes, 4x4s and more.
Weekly English South Africa Automotive · Technology
611 Episodes
224 – 244

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Can you Trust the Military?

George Mienie is back to give us the latest motoring news which includes a couple of soldiers who have been accused of aiding a vehicle theft syndicate to smuggle vehicles across the border, and how a bear was committing car break-ins.
25 Jun 2021 6 min

What Makes a Car Fun to Drive?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack the reasons why they believe that cars are fun. They also elaborate on some of the challenges of EV ownership, from an owner’s point of view. The team then answers your motoring questions as posed on…
21 Jun 2021 32 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Florida Does it Again

Once again Florida makes its way into the headlines as a Florida man hops onto a scooter to chase after his stolen Lamborghini. Russia is incentivising its citizens to get vaccinated by giving away some cars. On a bit of a side note, George Mienie shares his thoughts on crying…
18 Jun 2021 18 min

Living with an EV in SA & Debunking EV myths

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, our anchor George Mienie and Wandile Sishi explore the realities of living with an electric vehicle in South Africa. Wandi steps into the driver’s seat and asks George all the EV questions you may have had. They also dispel some popular EV…
14 Jun 2021 34 min

How to get the Best Price when Selling your Car

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi reveal the secrets for getting the best price when selling your car, Lawrence Minnie then enters the chat to review the all-new Hyundai i20... but is it the new Polo Killer? The team then answers your…
7 Jun 2021 34 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Goodbye Fossil Fuel

George Mienie might be completely done with driving fossil fuel vehicles as electric ones seem to have stolen his heart. The team have discussions about SUVs, Pope Francis being poised to get his first electric popemobile and a whole lot more.
4 Jun 2021 15 min

How SUVs Conquered the Road & How to Return a Faulty Car

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi track the growth of the SUV market segment, and look at the wider impact of these vehicles on the environment. Chad Lückhoff joins the conversation to review the blistering new Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S Coupé... and finally,…
31 May 2021 28 min

Is 2021 the Year to Buy a Car?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi explore the reasons why 2021 may be the perfect year to buy a new car. Chad Lückhoff joins the conversation to review South Africa’s cheapest new 'car': the polarising Bajaj Qute. Finally, the team answers the…
24 May 2021 37 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse

George Mienie is driving yet another electric car that he describes as a lower end Porsche. Good news is that the South African government is looking to reduce electric car taxes. If you ever find yourself in a zombie apocalypse, George shares the perfect cars you could drive to survive.
21 May 2021 21 min

The Volvo Episode: An inside look at the renowned company’s past, present & future

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, anchor George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi welcome Greg Maruszewski, Managing Director of Volvo Car South Africa, to the studio. Together, they unpack how this top motor manufacturer is preparing for the future by building on its long tradition of innovation. They…
17 May 2021 29 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Talking Tyres

Corruption isn’t only a South African issue as a Florida man has been charged with fraud for using COVID-19 relief funds to purchase, among other things, a Lamborghini. We can all agree that there are too many potholes on the roads, and George Mienie shares how one insurance company is…
14 May 2021 17 min

Is the hatchback dying?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi predict whether the humble hatchback has a future in South Africa. Motoring journalist Martin Pretorius joins the conversation to review the brand new Opel Corsa. Finally, the team answers your pressing motoring questions in our Ask AutoTrader…
10 May 2021 29 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Increase in Car Prices

George Mienie joins the team with an update of the latest motoring stories. The South African car industry faces a challenging 2021, with new vehicle prices continuing to climb well above the inflation rate. And Leigh-Ann tries to explain some complicated parallel parking invention…
7 May 2021 14 min

Is the market share growth of EVs sustainable & 2021 Porsche Taycan reviewed

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi investigate the market share growth of electric vehicles (EVs). Is the rising popularity of EVs destined to always be high, or is it just a fad? Motoring journalist Sean Nurse then joins the crew to review…
3 May 2021 38 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Why the Colour of your Car Matters

We find out why the colour of your car influences the amount of insurance you pay for it. George Mienie has been given an electric Porsche to test drive and he tells us all about his experience. He also explains to Siya what torque is.
30 Apr 2021 15 min

How much does a Car really Cost & are Car Prices too High?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, our anchor George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi delve into the cost of car manufacturing, and determine whether cars are really too expensive these days. Lawrence Minnie joins the crew to reveal a new Chinese bakkie, and the team answers your pressing…
26 Apr 2021 28 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Lamborghini celebrates record-breaking sales

George Mienie tells us that the Duke, who died at the age of 99, worked on creating the bespoke hearse for 16 years. We also learn that Siya is the type of guy who will slash your tyres… so don’t mess with him! And Lamborghini celebrates record-breaking sales.
23 Apr 2021 11 min

Why South Africa drives on the left hand side

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, our anchor George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi go into the reasons why some countries drive on the left of the road, and others on the right... as well as which side is safer. Sean Nurse joins the conversation to review the…
19 Apr 2021 28 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Which Cars are the most Fuel-Efficient?

Ever wondered why Americans drive on the right and the British on the left? George Mienie answers that, and even explains which side is safer. He also reveals the top 10 most fuel-efficient cars... you’ll be surprised which ones make the list!
16 Apr 2021 16 min
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